Manufacturing Technician, Finished Goods

STICA STEMCELL Technologies Canada Inc.; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

STEMCELL Technologies, a Vancouver-based biotechnology company, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician, Finished Goods, to prepare products and materials and support manufacturing activities. You will work closely with teams to meet demand for Canada’s largest biotech employer.

This entry-level role offers hands-on lab experience and collaboration across departments. Typical hours are 11:00am–7:00pm PST, with potential overtime or weekend shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma with up to 3 years of experience in a team environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for cross-team collaboration.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production setting; experience in manufacturing, pharma, or food packaging is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Follow SOPs and work instructions to ensure finished products meet specifications and quality standards.
• Handle raw materials, WIP, finished goods, and equipment safely to support manufacturing activities.
• Perform ERP/SAP transactions to document manufacturing activities and production status.
• Monitor equipment operation and escalate issues to maintain product quality and continuity.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in Finished Goods manufacturing.

Skills

ERP/SAP

Communication

Teamwork

Physical strength

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP/ERP systems

Job description

Job Description Summary Are you a detail oriented person who likes working in a dynamic team environment? STEMCELL Technologies is looking for a Manufacturing Technician to join our Finished Goods Manufacturing team! As a Manufacturing Technician, Finished Goods, you will play a critical role in completing the manufacturing process by preparing products and materials for our global customers. You will work collaboratively with other groups in Manufacturing and other departments to meet the demands of Canada’s largest biotech company! This is a great entry level opportunity for someone looking to grow their career, and gain valuable laboratory experience. Please note that typical working hours are Monday through Friday from 11:00am - 7:00pm PST. Overtime and weekend shifts may be required based on business needs.

Job Description Duties and Responsibilities

• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, guidelines, and diagrams to ensure finished products meet established specifications, quality standards, and tolerance requirements
• Handle raw materials, work-in-process materials, finished goods, and facility equipment safely and appropriately to support manufacturing activities
• Perform accurate Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP)/SAP transactions to document and track manufacturing activities, materials, and production status while ensuring compliance with standardized process controls
• Monitor equipment operation and identify process or equipment issues, escalating concerns as required to maintain product quality and production continuity
• Support continuous improvement, 5S, and workflow optimization initiatives within the Finished Goods manufacturing area

Knowledge and Qualifications

• High school diploma with up to 3 years of experience working in a team-oriented environment; experience with ERP/SAP systems is considered an asset
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across teams
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment; experience in manufacturing, pharmaceutical, or food packaging environments is considered an asset
• Ability to safely lift 25–30 pounds and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity, physical coordination, and versatility
• Flexibility to work shifts, weekends, and overtime as required

STEMCELL Technologies is a privately owned, Vancouver-based biotechnology company that helps power leading-edge life science research around the world. Driven by our love of science and passion for quality, we are a company of Scientists Helping Scientists—standing by our customers to provide the outstanding products, technical support, and training they need to advance their research. Scientists performing stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine, and cellular therapy research are among those who rely on our cell culture media, cell separation products, instruments, accessory products, and services. Through our many regional offices, as well as our distribution centers in Vancouver, Seattle, Grenoble, and Singapore, we deliver our innovative, specialized products to more than 100 countries. With over 1,800 employees globally, most with scientific or engineering degrees, STEMCELL is proud to be the largest biotechnology employer in Canada. This is an opportunity to work with highly motivated colleagues in a science-oriented, creative, and dynamic environment. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and meaningful career development opportunities. STEMCELL is well recognized for exceptional leadership and business practices. We are one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and operate an ISO 14001-certified environmental management system to measure and reduce our environmental impact.

As an equal opportunity employer, STEMCELL is dedicated to ensuring that every employee feels safe, valued, and respected for who they are. We know that scientific progress and innovation occur when diverse, creative minds come together and we are committed to nurturing a culture of inclusivity and belonging. STEMCELL enforces a zero-tolerance policy for any form of discrimination. Selection decisions are solely based on job-related factors.

The annual salary for this job ranges from: $47,300.00 - $62,700.00. STEMCELL determines an individual’s pay within the range based on multiple factors including experience, education, job‑related skills, and equity within the team or organization. For jobs that are eligible for sales incentives, the range noted above is inclusive of target incentives; actual incentives are based on individual performance results in accordance with company policy. In addition to base salary, STEMCELL offers a comprehensive total rewards package including health benefits, retirement savings, and more.

We all begin our lives curious about the world around us, the way it works and our place in it. At STEMCELL Technologies, we never lose that curiosity. It inspires and motivates us to discover and innovate. It drives us to develop technologies, create products, and offer services that will help scientists around the world do research that progresses scientific knowledge and supports breakthroughs. In the field of biotechnology, there is no better company in which to find inspiration, fulfill your potential and define your success with like-minded people. We specialize in the development of specialty cell culture media and cell isolation systems. Our products are used to drive the fields of stem cell, immunology, cancer, regenerative medicine and cellular therapy research forward. We are Scientists Helping Scientists.